Last update: October 2011
Pakistan
Visa Information
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Introduction
If you are travelling to Pakistan on a British passport, you require a visa. Your passport has to be valid for a minimum of 6 months. Visa violations can be treated as a criminal offence.
Journalists' visas often have additional travel restrictions, which should be observed.
To facilitate travel to and staying in Pakistan for foreign businesspersons and investors, business visa policies have been considerably relaxed. The bona fide businesspersons and investors from the countries listed in Table 34, which include all EU Member States, can be issued business visa of up to 3 years with multiple entries by Pakistan Missions abroad.
Table 34: List of 45 countries with substantial investment in Pakistan
1. Australia 2. Austria 3. Bahrain 4. Belgium 5. Brunei 6. Canada 7. China 8. Czech Republic 9. Denmark 10. Finland 11. France 12. Germany 13. Greece 14. Hong Kong 15. Hungary
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16. Indonesia 17. Iceland 18. Iran 19. Ireland 20. Italy 21. Japan 22. Kuwait 23. Luxembourg 24. Malaysia 25. Netherlands 26. New Zealand 27. Norway 28. Oman 29. Poland 30. Portugal |
31. Qatar 32. Russian Federation 33. Saudi Arabia 34. Singapore 35. Slovakia 36. South Africa 37. South Korea 38. Spain 39. Sweden 40. Switzerland 41. Thailand 42. Turkey 42. U.A.E. 44. United Kingdom 45. USA |
Note: The facility of landing permits has been suspended temporarily and all foreigners are required to obtain prior propervisa from Pakistan Missions abroad.
Pakistani industrialists and businesspersons interested to invite foreign entrepreneurs from countries other than those listed, for promotion of trade and industrial co-operation, are allowed to sponsor, on their own guarantee, the granting of a business visa for one month through the Chambers of Commerce and Industry at Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Islamabad, and the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry. They may apply to the Ministry of Interior for business visa.
Pakistan Origin Card (POC)
Pakistan Origin Card or POC is to facilitate the former Pakistani citizens who currently do not hold Pakistani nationality but have ever remained a Pakistani citizen in their lifetime or has relationships to the citizens of Pakistan, such as his/her spouse is a Pakistani national. Among other cards, NADRA Ordinance envisages issuance of cards to foreigners of Pakistani origin who have got themselves registered under the NADRA Ordinance. This card is called the Pakistan Origin Card. On account of its utility, it is an identification document usable in place of NIC whenever required. However POC is more than just an identification document.
Source: Pakistan High Commission
General Requirements (for all visas)
For all types of visas, please submit the following:
- Duly filled Visa Form
- Original passport (valid for at least six months) along with its photocopy
- Two recent passport size photographs (with white background)
- Any other document(s) that can be helpful in obtaining a visa
For additional requirements please see the details of required Visa category.
Please note that Visa is valid for the period mentioned in the visa sticker, which is calculated from the date of issue. The period of stay is counted from the date of entry into Pakistan.
To download the Visa Form please click here
Visit/Tourist Visa
If the Visa Officer is satisfied about the purpose of a visit an appropriate visa is issued to a visitor or a tourist holding a British Passport. Visit/Tourist visa requires five working days to process.
Requirements:
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Duly filled Visa Form
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Original passport (valid for at least six months) along with its photocopy
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Two recent passport size photographs (with white background)
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Invitation letter from sponsor
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ID of the sponsor with complete address in Pakistan
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Last three months bank statement
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Reference letter from workplace
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Itinerary, Hotel booking and schedule of visit
Visa |
Fee |
(British National) Single Entry |
£104 |
(Dual National) Single Entry |
£44 |
To download the Visa Form please click here
Family Visa
A single, Double or Multiple entry visa is issued to British passport holders for a family visit to Pakistan. Family visa requires five working days to process. Visa application processing time may be reduced to one day on presentation of proof of Pakistani nationality for this category.
Requirements:
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Duly filled Visa Form
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Original passport (valid for at least six months) along with its photocopy
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Two recent passport size colour photographs (with white background)
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Proof of Pakistani nationality (Applicant’s valid or expired Pakistani Passport or National Identity Card) OR Applicants can also provide their parent’s valid or expired Pakistani Passport or National Identity Card with Detailed Birth Certificate.
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Complete address and telephone number of the person you are visiting in Pakistan
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Proof of residence (UK driving license, utility bills etc.)
Please note visa application(s) for persons under the age of 18 can only be submitted by their parents. The application must be acompanied by a request for issuance of visa signed by both the parents, a copy of parents' passport/photo ID, and an original photo ID of the parents (for example UK driving license).
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Fee |
Single Entry |
£104 |
Double Entry |
£122 |
Multiple Entry (one year) |
£332 |
Concession in fee for dual Pakistani Nationals
To download the Visa Form please click here
Eligibility for concession:
To claim the concession in fee, the applicant must provide a valid / expired Pakistani passport and its photocopy.
For applicants whose parents hold Pakistani passport can get the same concession. To get the concession the following additional documents are required:
- Original detailed birth certificate with a photocopy
- Parent's Pakistani passport and its photocopy.
- Original photo ID of parents (driving license etc.)
- Note: The denounced nationality passport will not be accepted.
Business Visa
For business visa, applicant has to submit the following documents
- Company letter (UK based)
- Duly filled visa form
- Original passport (valid for at least six months) along with its photocopy
- Two recent passport size photographs (with white background)
- Proof of residence in the UK (UK driving license/utility bill)
- Itinerary, Hotel booking and schedule of visit
- An invitation letter from Pakistan with other supporting documents
- Foreign companies based in Pakistan to provide registration proof
Establishment of Facilitation Desks at International Airports for Issuance of Visa on Arrival to Businessmen/Investors
The Government of Pakistan has decided to grant visa to genuine foreign businessmen / investors from many countries including United Kingdom, on arrival non-reporting for 30 days on production of any of the following documents:
i) Recommendatory letter from Chamber of Commerce & Industries (CC&I) of the respective country of visitor.
ii) Invitation letter from business organization duly recommended by the concerned Trade Organization / Association in Pakistan.
iii) Recommendatory letter by investment Consular of Board of Investment posted at Pakistan Mission abroad.
" Visa Facilitation Desks" extending facility of Visa on Arrival to businessmen / investors, have started functioning at International Airports of Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta and Peshawar with effect from 1st February, 2005.
Source: Board of Investment (BOI) - Pakistan
Prices for business visa can be found by contacting the High Commission of Pakistan in London. Contact details can be found below.
To download the Visa Form please click here
Work and Student Visa
This type of visa requires two to three months to process. Following documents are required for Work and Student visa:-
- Job offer letter / letter from Board of Investment;
- University / College / School acceptance letter;
- Original degrees and transcripts along with photocopies
- Other supporting documents will be required to obtain this visa.
To download the Visa Form please click here
Journalist Visa
A request for visa for media professionals is to be routed through the Information Division of the High Commission for Pakistan.
Click the link below for Journalist Visa details: Journalist Visa details
To download the Visa Form please click here
Pilgrim Visa
A pilgrim visa is issued to those who wish to visit holy places (Shrines/Gurdawaras) in Pakistan. It is allowed to groups of pilgrims and is normally restricted for a specified period. The pilgrim visa is essentially for single entry. Two months notice is needed for such applications.
Note: If you are going in a group, an introductory letter and complete documentation will be needed by the organising body/tour operator.
To download the Visa Form please click here
Diplomatic and official Visa
Diplomatic and official visas are issued free of charge to those who are visiting Pakistan on an official assignment/tenure of posting. A note verbal from the FCO would be required. Applicants or their couriers, in such cases, should contact the specified visa officer at the High Commission.
Visa is usually issued after 5 working days. Delays, however, can occur due to circumstances beyond the High Commission's control, especially where a reference has to be made to Pakistan.
To download the Visa Form please click here
Visas for Non-UK citizens
Applicants holding passports other than British passport should provide proof of residential status in the UK. Their passport must contain the appropriate entry. Alternatively, a utility bill (Electricity, Gas or Water) or Bank Statement in applicant's name may suffice. Those who have no evidence of stay here in the UK should apply for visa in their country of origin.
Transit Visa
Transit visa is issued to those who are travelling to other countries through Pakistan. Applicants should produce the original ticket up to the country of final destination. Transit visa will not carry duration of stay of more than 72 hours.
To download the Visa Form please click here
IMPORTANT NOTE
Visa is liable to be cancelled if information requested in the form is withheld or found to be incorrect.
British nationals not resident in UK should apply for Visa in their respective countries of residence.
Other national should apply for visa from their countries of origin.
Visitors to UK are not entertained for grant of Visas.
Visa is usually given on the same day. Delays, however, can occur due to circumstances beyond the High Commission's control, especially where a reference has to be made to Pakistan.
FEE
Visa fee is subject to periodical revision without notice.
For the latest revision, please click the link below:
Visa Fee rate for UK citizens
Visa fee is charged per person and not per passport. If children are endorsed in the passport additional fee will be charged.
Fee is only payable in cash or postal order made out in the name of the High Commission for Pakistan.
Personal cheques are not accepted.
Visa fee is not refundable even if visa is refused.
Note: All fee mentioned above are inclusive of a £2.00 additional bank surcharge per application for visa/passport being charged at all Pakistan Consulates including London.
Source: High Commission of Pakistan London
HIGH COMMISSION CONTACT DETAILS
The High Commission for Pakistan in London 40 Lowndes Square London SW1X 9JN
Telephone: 020 7664 9200
Fax: 020 7664 9291
Website: http://www.pakmission-uk.gov.pk/HC/Index.asp
Bradford Consulate of Pakistan 12-A North Parade Bradford BD1 3HT
Telephone: 0127 430 8062 0127 430 8064
Fax: 0127 430 8874
Birmingham Consulate of Pakistan 2/26, Constituion Hill Birmingham B19 3HL
Telephone: 0121 236 2088 0121 233 4123
Fax: 0121 236 5126
Glasgow Consulate of Pakistan 45 Maxwell Drive Glasgow G41 5JF
Telephone: 0141 427 5755
Fax: 0141 427 4114
MANCHESTER Consulate General of Pakistan Pakistan House 137 Dickenson Road, Rusholme Manchester M14 5JB
Telephone: 0161 225 2005 0161 225 1786
Fax: 0161-225-3281
Last update: October 2011
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